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Introduction to Academic Writing

Theresa Bell

Writing centre coordinator, Royal Roads University

© Royal Roads University

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After watching the full video, please answer the following questions. The video author is Theresa Bell. The questions are based on the topics within Theresa Bell’s presentation.

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List six qualities of academic writing

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Personal or reflective writing

Expository writing

Summarize the types of possible essays

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Argumentative or persuasive papers

Analytical essays

Summarize the types of possible essays

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What are the two definitions given for “critical thinking”?

Definition 1

Definition 2

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Give an example of the “Oreo cookie” model of demonstrating critical thinking

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List at least four reasons creating a document plan is essential

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List the steps in creating a document plan

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What is a thesis statement?

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